We care about what matters

Quality early learning in Canberra and southeast Sydney, supporting children aged 6 weeks to 5 years through nurturing care, relationships and play-based learning.

Purpose-built early learning centres

Locally run and community-minded

Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Wonderschool Early Learning Centres

More Than Early Learning: A Safe, Nurturing Environment for Every Child.

At Wonderschool, we support children's growth and development through play-based learning, nurturing relationships and a strong sense of wonder, integrity, respect and empowerment. Our purpose-built centres create welcoming environments where children can explore, learn and thrive.

Wonder

We value Wonder as a state of being, engaging with the unknown, taking the time to explore the possibilities, allowing thought-provoking conversations and being captivated in the moment.

Integrity

We act with integrity whilst adopting an ethical lens approach.

Respect

We act in the best interest of all members of our community and the wider community.

Empowerment

We recognise individuals and support them to thrive and strive.

Explore Your Early Learning Options

Discover our early learning centres, explore childcare options and find the right start for your child.

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Find a centre

Explore our early learning centres across Canberra and southeast Sydney. Discover our locations in Monash, Taylor, Woden, Dickson, Conder and Throsby, as well as Chifley in New South Wales.

Wonderschool Monash

Wonderschool’s Early Learning Centre in Monash is a nurturing environment focused on creating connections for your child. Connections with family, little friends and educators but particularly the environment and community in and around the centre.

  • 176 Clive Steel Avenue, Monash ACT 2904
  • (02) 5114 3366
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Limited spots available

Wonderschool Taylor

Wonderschool Taylor is the ideal centre for families looking for early learning education in Canberra’s far north. With seven rooms, a multipurpose area, three outdoor play areas and open plan kitchen, our Taylor centre is a world to learn and explore.

  • 64 Grenfell Avenue Taylor ACT 2913
  • (02) 5114 3377
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Limited spots available

Wonderschool Woden

Wonderschool Woden is a purpose-built Early Learning Centre right in the heart of the Woden Town Centre. At our Woden centre, children learn, grow and explore the world in this unique industrial-style space.

  • G05/45 Furzer St, Phillip ACT 2606
  • (02) 5114 3355
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Limited spots available

Wonderschool Dickson

Wonderschool Dickson is an Early Learning Centre that encourages diversity, respect and discovery during this important stage of children’s lives with high quality early childhood education and childcare services in Canberra’s inner north.

  • 101/21 Challis Street, Dickson Act 2602
  • (02) 5114 3300
Outdoor urban playground with egg chair swings at Dickson Wonderschool Early Learning Centre

Limited spots available

Wonderschool Conder

Wonderschool’s Early Learning Centre in Conder is a nurturing environment focused on creating connections for your child. Connections with family, little friends and educators but particularly the environment and community in and around the centre.

  • 26 Sidney Nolan St, Conder ACT 2906
  • (02) 5104 4555
Outdoor space at Conder Early Learning Centre with a life size ute for children to explore.

Limited spots available

Wonderschool Throsby

Welcome to Wonderschool Throsby, where our vision is to create connected communities that empower children to change the world. Our Throsby centre has a range of spaces dedicated to the growth and development of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

  • 54 Kunapalari St, Throsby ACT 2914
  • (02) 5104 4599
Outdoor space at Conder Early Learning Centre with a life size ute for children to explore.

Limited spots available

Wonderschool Chifley, NSW

Wonderschool Chifley is a 35-place centre located in the Sydney suburb of Chifley. Wonderschool Chifley provides children with a home-like environment rich in learning and growth opportunities.

  • 40 Burke St, Chifley NSW 2036
  • (02) 9311 0049
Outdoor space at Conder Early Learning Centre with a life size ute for children to explore.

Limited spots available

Nurturing early learning for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years

Why Families Choose Wonderschool

Wonderschool welcomes children aged 6 weeks to 5 years into nurturing early learning environments built around play-based education. Our purpose-built centres feature thoughtfully designed indoor spaces and outdoor areas where every child can explore, build relationships and develop at their own pace.

Take the Next Step in Your Child's Learning Journey

Book a tour to meet our educators and explore our learning spaces, or join the waitlist to take the next step in your child's early learning journey.

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Choose your location and submit your details to join the waitlist.

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Our programs

Where little minds come to life

Discover Wonderschool's age-specific early learning programs, where children explore, build relationships and develop at their own pace through nurturing care and play-based learning.

Ages 0 - 1

Infants

Our infant program recognises each child as an individual with their own needs, interests and pace of development. We focus on respectful relationships, attentive care and a nurturing environment where infants feel safe, build trust with their educators and have opportunities to explore and learn.

Ages 2 - 3

Toddlers

Our toddler program provides thoughtfully designed environments that support children's independence, interests and individual needs. Through play, close relationships and gentle emotional guidance, children build confidence, develop social skills and learn to understand their feelings.

Ages 4 - 5

Preschool

We see children as capable, confident learners and active participants in their own education. Our preschool program encourages curiosity, collaboration and meaningful exploration, giving children time to develop their interests and learn at their own pace.

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